This course provides students with the opportunity to understand the intersection between culture, society, and disease as it relates to their future careers as healthcare professionals . Topics to be covered include epidemics, pandemics, and the spread of infectious disease. How cultural and social factors evolve over time to influence the way disease is framed, starting in the 1600s and ending in the present day. Prereq: HHS/CLM 241 and 350. Admission to the CLM or HHS program or consent of instructor. (Same as HHS 405.)

This course is an introduction to the profession of dentistry and provides a brief overview of some pre-clinical dental courses that are taught in the first two years of dental school. The student will become familiar with basic dental terminology, current issues in dentistry, and the latest techniques and technology used in clinical settings. The student will have the opportunity to develop manual dexterity and learn basic clinical etiquette and safety procedures.

This course will provide students with an introduction to the field of medicine. Skills required to complete patient interviews and take the medical history as well as a limited number of physical examination maneuvers will be discussed. The focus will be on gaining an understanding of why a complete and accurate medical history and physical examination are key to quality medical practice. The course will cover the scope of practice and ethical codes for physicians and physician assistants.

This course will provide students with an introduction to the field of medicine. Skills required to complete patient interviews and take the medical history as well as a limited number of physical examination maneuvers will be discussed. The focus will be on gaining an understanding of why a complete and accurate medical history and physical examination are key to quality medical practice. The course will cover the scope of practice and ethical codes for physicians and physician assistants.

An introduction to basic methods for undertaking research on issues related to health, health care, and within health services organizations and systems. Students will become critical consumers of research by learning how to evaluate and apply the results of health research conducted by others. The course will also assist those who plan to conduct clinical research or program evaluations within health delivery systems.

An introduction to basic methods for undertaking research on issues related to health, health care, and within health services organizations and systems. Students will become critical consumers of research by learning how to evaluate and apply the results of health research conducted by others. The course will also assist those who plan to conduct clinical research or program evaluations within health delivery systems.

An introduction to basic methods for undertaking research on issues related to health, health care, and within health services organizations and systems. Students will become critical consumers of research by learning how to evaluate and apply the results of health research conducted by others. The course will also assist those who plan to conduct clinical research or program evaluations within health delivery systems.

An introduction to basic methods for undertaking research on issues related to health, health care, and within health services organizations and systems. Students will become critical consumers of research by learning how to evaluate and apply the results of health research conducted by others. The course will also assist those who plan to conduct clinical research or program evaluations within health delivery systems.

Students complete a mentored, self-directed research experience. Students work with faculty to develop an experience of mutual scientific interest. The nature of the experience and the subsequent activities and expected outcomes are defined and outlined in the research contract between the student and mentor.

Study and analysis of current and topical problems and issues regarding the roles, trends and research for health care professionals. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.